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Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's
Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's
Manufacturer/Marketer
Zydus Healthcare Ltd
Composition
TAMOXIFEN-20MGConsume Type
ORAL
In Stock
Prescription RequiredAbout Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's
Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's belongs to the class of 'anti-neoplastic agents', primarily used to treat breast cancer. It is also used to treat infertility caused by failure in the ovulation (produce and release) process in women. Breast cancer is a type of cancer in the breast cells stimulated by a female sex hormone called oestrogen.
Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's contains Tamoxifen that belongs to the class of 'anti oestrogens. Some types of breast cancers need oestrogen (female sex hormone) to grow. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's blocks the effects of this oestrogen, thus helps in treating breast cancer. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's is also used to reduce the risk of occurrence of breast cancer in women due to age, personal and family medical history.
Use Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dosage depending on your medical condition. The common side effects of Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's include hot flashes, headache, muscle aches, leg cramps, tiredness, nausea, thinning of hair and numbness or tingling sensation. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
Do not take or stop this medicine if the doctor did not advise you to do so. Before starting Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, history of stroke or blood clot, receiving chemotherapy, and cataracts. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's is not indicated for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's may make you feel tired, hence drive when you are alert only. It is not recommended to consume alcohol along with Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below two years of age.
Uses of Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's
Breast cancer.
Medicinal Benefits
Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's contains Tamoxifen, which is an anti-oestrogen drug. It treats breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body in men and women. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's is also used to treat breast cancer in women who are earlier treated with surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. It effectively treats infertility caused by failure in the ovulation (produce and release) process in women. Some types of breast cancers need oestrogen (female sex hormone) to grow. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's blocks the effects of this oestrogen, thus helps in treating breast cancer. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's is also used to reduce the risk of occurrence of breast cancer in women due to age, personal and family medical history.
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Side Effects of Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's
- Hot flashes
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Tiredness
- Leg cramps
- Nausea
- Thinning of hair
- Numbness or tingling sensation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you have any allergic reactions to Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's or other medications. Before starting Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, history of stroke or blood clot, receiving chemotherapy, and cataracts. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's can affect the unborn baby when used in pregnancy. It may also have harmful effects on the breastfed infant when used by a lactating mother. Hence, Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's is not indicated for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding women. If you are using Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's, make sure to use reliable contraception forms to prevent pregnancy during the course. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's can make you feel tired and affects your mental ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you are not mentally alert and focused. Avoid alcohol consumption while being treated with Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's. Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children younger than two years of age.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's may interact with other drugs treating breast cancer (letrozole, anastrozole, exemestane), blood thinners (warfarin), anti-cancer drugs, antibiotics (rifampin), antidepressants (fluoxetine, paroxetine), fits medicines (carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone), anti-ulcer drugs (cimetidine), smoking cessation aids (bupropion), heart-related drugs (quinidine), and drugs treating hyperparathyroidism/overactive parathyroid gland (cinacalcet).
Drug-Food Interaction: Grapefruit and its juice may interact with Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in cases of liver or kidney diseases, heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, history of stroke or blood clot, receiving chemotherapy, and cataracts.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeIt is unsafe to consume alcohol while using Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Pregnancy
unsafeTamodex 20 Tablet 10's is a pregnancy category D drug. It is unsafe to use Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's in pregnancy and can have harmful effects on the unborn baby. Use reliable forms of contraception to prevent pregnancy while using Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's.
Breast Feeding
unsafeTamodex 20 Tablet 10's is not recommended to use during breastfeeding since it may be unsafe for the breastfed infant. Please seek medical advice if you are a nursing mother before starting Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's.
Driving
unsafeTamodex 20 Tablet 10's causes tiredness and may affect your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any unmanageable side effects with Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's.
Liver
cautionPlease let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before starting Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's.
Kidney
cautionPlease let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's.
Children
cautionTamodex 20 Tablet 10's is not recommended in children younger than two years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Maintain a fibre-rich diet and include healthy carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
- Include fish, soy, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, kale, broccoli and oils containing omega-3 fatty acids such as olive oil as these foods may reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
- Avoid grilled meat, red meat, saturated fat found in animal products, milk and dairy products.
- Exercise regularly to lose weight as obesity is also considered a risk factor for prostate cancer.
- Eat at regular intervals.
- Keep your weight under control with BMI of 19.5-24.9.
- Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.
Special Advise
- Your doctor may advise regular physical exams and mammograms.
- Self-examine your breasts to check for any lumps monthly while using Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's.
- Your doctor may also advise liver function tests to monitor your liver health.
- Tamoxifen may interfere with specific tests like thyroid tests. Hence, it is important to inform your doctor or laboratory staff that you use Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's before undergoing any medical examinations.
Other Information (TAM0002)
This item is Not Returnable.
Expires on or after - Sep-23
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by a female sex hormone called oestrogen. Breast cancer may form in lobules (glands that produce milk), ducts of the breast (the pathway that brings milk from glands to the nipple), in the fatty tissue or the fibrous connective tissue within the breast. The tumour cells invade other healthy breast cells and can travel to lymph nodes, a primary pathway for the cancer cells to move to other parts of the body. Symptoms of breast cancer include a lump in the breast or tissue thickening which feels different than the normal surrounding tissues, breast pain, redness, swelling, nipple discharge other than breast milk, bloody discharge, unexplained change in shape, size or appearance of the breast, peeling, flaking or scaling of the skin, and a lump or swelling under the arm.
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PRODUCT SUBSTITUTES
Tamodex 20 Tablet 10's
Country Of Origin
INDIA
Manufacturer/Marketer address
BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali - West, Mumbai - 400067.
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